Zimmerman Architectural Studios, Inc.

04/06/2026

Governor Tony Evers and DWD Secretary Amy Pechacek recently visited the Green County Family YMCA to see firsthand the impact of the Wisconsin Workforce Innovation Grant.

This funding helped bring the Green County Family YMCA’s Childcare Center and Youth Development Center to life - creating meaningful opportunities for local families and strengthening the community’s workforce.

An investment in children, families, and long-term community growth.

03/30/2026

Congratulations to our very own Andrew Tillman, AIAS, Assoc. AIA, CSI, AIAS Secretary/Treasurer, for being featured by NCARB! 🎉We’re proud to support our employees in their licensure journey and beyond. Check out Andrew’s inspiring story and his advocacy for architecture students.

We recently caught up with American Institute of Architecture Students - AIAS Secretary/Treasurer Andrew Tillman. Read Andrew’s story to see how he was able to fast-track his journey toward licensure and how he’s using his experience to advocate for architecture students. 🔗https://bit.ly/3NqS2Su

03/20/2026

Spring is here and with it, a renewed focus on the spaces that connect people and nature. 🌱

Our approach to landscape architecture is rooted in sustainability and human experience - thoughtfully blending the built and natural environments to create spaces that feel seamless, purposeful, and lasting.

Here’s to a season of growth - in nature and design.

03/12/2026

What does it take to transform a middle school into a thriving K–8 campus?

For Racine Unified Schools, the answer was thoughtful planning, collaboration, and a vision for future-ready learning.

Zimmerman partnered with the district to convert Starbuck Middle School into a modern K–8 educational environment supporting its International Baccalaureate World School curriculum. The project introduced new STEM labs, maker spaces, flexible learning environments, and improved site circulation—all while safely integrating elementary and middle school students on one campus.

The result is a unified learning environment designed to support students, educators, and the community for years to come.

🔗 Learn more about the Starbuck K–8 School transformation on our website: https://zastudios.com/portfolio/starbuck-k8-school-renovation/

Construction: Hunzinger Construction Company
Engineering: Harwood Engineering
Photography: C&N Photo

03/09/2026

120 years of trust. 120 years of design. A legacy shaped by people, purpose, and place.

'Our legacy is something to be proud of and to carry forward. Over the past twelve decades, Zimmerman has designed places that improve lives, strengthen communities, and support countless organizations. Thank you to everyone, past and present, whose talent and dedication continue to shape who we are. We’re grateful for the history behind us and excited for what’s next.'

- President & CEO Steve Raasch, AIA

02/26/2026

Industrial design that works - today and tomorrow.

Zilber Property Group continued expansion in Caledonia underscores the need for high-performance, adaptable buildings along the I-94 corridor.

We value our long-standing collaboration with Zilber, designing spaces that prioritize performance, flexibility, and long-term functionality.

As Brian Hatzung, Director of our Live-Work-Play Studio, shares:
“The best industrial buildings are the ones that quietly do their job…allowing the business inside to focus on their mission.”

🔗 Read more in BizTimes Milwaukee: https://biztimes.com/zilber-plans-fourth-industrial-building-in-caledonia-business-park/?amp=1

Milwaukee-based Zilber Property Group is advancing plans for a 252,000-square-foot speculative industrial building in Caledonia, according to plans

02/09/2026

Buzzing with activity and enhanced in natural light, the Green County Family YMCA is a true hub for childcare, recreation, and community connection. 🌞

This project highlights Green County's dedication to supporting healthy living and youth development. The new addition incorporates ample glass, bringing natural light into the facility while showcasing the vibrant activity within. Classrooms and playground areas were strategically located to provide a thoughtful balance of visibility, safety, and privacy.

Engineer: Harwood Engineering
Contractor: CG Schmidt
Photography: C&N Photography

Explore the full transformation and lively photos of the facility here➡️https://zastudios.com/portfolio/recreation-wellness/green-county-ymca/

02/02/2026

"Outfoxing Hunger" brings the magic of the Wisconsin Woodlands exhibit to life for CANstruction 2026! Through the clever charm of a fox and her kits, our design symbolizes resilience, intelligence, and our community’s determination to find creative solutions to hunger.

In partnership with our friends at The Boldt Company, we raised funds to purchase 3,097 cans; all of which will be donated locally after the exhibit closes. Standing at just over 10 feet tall, this is our most ambitious build yet.

Be sure to visit the Milwaukee Public Museum to explore the incredible CANstruction creations and cast your vote for your favorite structure ➡️https://www.widmke.com/canstruction-voting

A huge thank you to Women In Design: Milwaukee for hosting this amazing annual event that allows us to channel our creativity for a great cause. Together, we can outfox hunger! 🦊

01/29/2026

Puzzle play is the process of arranging spatial elements to explore and optimize design solutions. 🧩

This semester, our interior design studio has the privilege of facilitating a healthcare interiors class for students from the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design and Concordia University Wisconsin.

Last class, our healthcare studio led a hands-on puzzle play activity, giving students the chance to experiment with programmatic elements before finalizing their layouts. The students embraced the challenge, pushing boundaries and uncovering fresh ideas, proving that creativity is a powerful force in solving complex healthcare challenges with human-centered solutions.

Having the opportunity to share our experience and passion for healthcare interior design, and to help equip the next generation of designers with essential planning tools, is truly rewarding.

01/15/2026

The 2026 State Education Convention is almost here! This year's theme, "Collaborate. Innovate. Elevate.", inspires us to connect with education leaders, share ideas, and advance public education across Wisconsin.

Stop by booth 411 to meet members of our Education and Interior Design Studios, and discuss our approach to the future of educational facility design.

Let’s collaborate, innovate, and elevate together. See you there! 👋
Wisconsin Association of School Boards (WASB)
📷 Kevin Harnack | Olympia Brown K-8 School, Racine, WI

12/22/2025

This holiday season, we gathered to celebrate the driving force behind our firm: our exceptional team.

In true Zimmerman fashion, we added a creative twist to the festivities with a design challenge! Teams decorated seven Christmas trees, each inspired by a different color, turning the event into a vibrant display of imagination and collaboration.

We invite you to participate in the experience and share your favorite tree in the comments below.

Wishing you an inspiring and safe holiday season!
– Your friends at Zimmerman 🎄

12/04/2025

Emergency departments are facing increasingly high patient volumes, but there is a solution: Vertical Care Units.

"Going Vertical", written by healthcare studio project architect, Bailey Calderon, breaks down how VCUs enhance patient flow, streamline staff workflows, and transform care environments into safer, more efficient spaces. You'll also find expert tips for implementation and essential design guidelines to align care spaces with patient needs.

Discover how VCUs are reshaping emergency care and read the full article published in Medical Construction and Design magazine below.

GOING VERTICAL How emergency departments are using a new care model to improve patient, provider experiences H 38 patients. Improving capacity and through-put can, in turn, reduce the number of ambulances diverted due to overcrowding. The VCU can be implemented in reno-vated spaces, as well as new c...